Man In The Mirror

Album: Bad (1987)
Charted: 2 1
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  • Lyrics currently unavailable Writer/s: Glen Ballard, Siedah Garrett
    Publisher: Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

Comments: 24

  • Chad Eicher from Apple Creek, OhioMichael did that song on the Bad and Dangerous tours. Had he not died in 2009, he would've done that song during his this is it concerts at the O2 arena in London, England.
  • Jordan from Santo Domingo, Dominican RepublicThis song is honestly one of my favorite songs.
  • Daphne from Memphis,tnTheresa-Murfreesboro why do you say this song is Overrated?
  • George from Vancouver, CanadaWhoever wrote this isn't the point; without Michael's distinctive voice, ity wouldn't have become what it is -- a bright & happy hippy dippy feel-good song. . . Iu'm touching the mano on the moon -- reaching up * outward from self to get in touch with the self as he stands in the mirror, looking back. Beautiful imagery.. .
  • AnonymousCher .... look at the lyrics before ... he’s talking about his winter coat collar turned up - summers disregard- those people who don’t have to worry.
  • Donna from Staten Island NyI Love this song and think it is one of his best. Good for this moment in time when if we want the world to be a better place we all must start with ourselves as then it will all come together. Just like when you have someone with a good laugh which then only makes another laugh and before you know it everyone is laughing. Good deeds, being kind and even s smile and a kind word will pay it forward.....so pay it forward today!
  • Cher from Enumclaw, WaCan anybody tell me what the real lyric is, the one quoted as "a summer's disregard"? I keep reading this on different lyrics sites, but I know they just copy one from another. The phrase makes no sense; has anybody figured it out? Thanks!
  • Roberto from Valencia, CaJust sent up my Facebook.....Roberto Bolero......Stay tune for more Michael Jackson Fact. Siedah Garrett, co-writer of "Man In The Mirror" is getting ready for her one-woman show to tell stories of MJ and her experiences in Los Angeles in the Fall of 2013.
  • Roberto from Valencia, CaMichael Jackson was an incredible human being. As a member of the Andrae Crouch management team and singers group, I arranged the Man In The Mirror session with the help of Michael's assistant and took exclusive photos. One of which you can see in the new release of BAD 25. I am the guy in the white shirt to the right with the mustache. This record has sold over 45 million copies worldwide. It took us a week to workout the vocal arrangements, then we went directly to the session at Westlake Studios on Santa Monica Blvd. in Hollywood. Many stories to tell. It was a very exciting time. Naturally, we met with Michael and Quincy first at Westlake's Beverly Blvd Studio to discuss the song then we went to work. Later I was invited to Michael's home three times. Attended twice in Neverland and the last was just before his death to present new songs for his album. That got rescheduled for the following week at my recommendation and two days later he was gone. However, the three songs are recorded and will eventually be released..
  • Jennifer Harris from Grand Blanc, MiI remember the video,It had all sorts of news like Baby Jessica mcClure This is a beautiful song. You'll be missed Michael!
  • Zoey from Amesville, Ohi'm in 7th grade and my teacher plays this song .all most every one like this song .
  • Lacey from Chicago, IlThis song is one of my favorite songs in the world. It's on my top. I love Michael Jackson, we of course all miss him, his music is still alive, and this song will forever be playing:) love this song. Flawless. Michael OWNED. period:)
  • Sam from Seal Beach, CaGreat song Michael
  • Brittany from Fleming County, KyThis is a GREAT song and has really touched me life!!
    R.I.P Mivhael Jackson
  • Micky from Los Angeles, CaHe was one unique talent and a top-notch entertainer! R.I.P. Michael Jackson. I will miss you.
  • Noreen from Galway, Irelandamazing song RIP Michael xXx
  • Pete from Nowra, Australiathought Jackson wrote this one , oh well , great song with a very profound meaning
  • James from Yucaipa, CaIve always liked this song. RIP M.J. 7/3/09.
  • Deborah from Kingston, NyThis song is one of the best songs Michael wrote and i just wanted ppl to know it is special to me and will always be number 1 to me!
  • Theresa from Murfreesboro, TnThis song is a bit over-rated but still touching.
  • Tricia from Rockville Centre, NyWhat a beautiful song...and yes its the TRUTH! Always start with YOU and make this world a stronger, more liveable place. Although Michael was misunderstood for his legal problems...he was still a wonderful, true, innonect lost soul! I miss him dearly and hope he is free from any prejudices now in heaven! God Bless Him! RIP Michael Jackson!
  • John from Nashville, TnCo-writer Siedah Garrett co-wrote two Oscar nominated songs for the movie version of DREAMGIRLS ("Love You I Do" and "Patience").
  • Matthew from Milford, MaHeh heh! I've been waiting for this to show up on Songfacts for a long time!
  • Theo from Johannesburg, South Africaa south african artist, redd angel, did an amazing cover of this song. he was well on his way to securing an international record label contract when he was tragically murdered in 2006.
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